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Welcome.
About Chu Q. Wang
Bridging voices, driving equity, and shaping the future of global affairs.
Chu is committed to bringing the voices of marginalized communities to the decision-making table and ensuring that socioeconomic development is inclusive and equitable. He is currently Head of Partnerships and a member of the senior management team at UN Women in China.
Prior, Chu worked at the UN – Executive Office of the Secretary-General (UN-EOSG), Boston Consulting Group, and Harvard University. He has a Master in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Queen's University.
Experience
United Nations Women
Head of PartnershipsLeading strategic partnerships and senior management initiatives to advance gender equality.
Current Position
United Nations
Executive Office of the Secretary-GeneralStrategic planning and coordination at the highest level of the UN Secretariat.
Harvard Belfer Center
The Future of Diplomacy ProjectResearch fellowship focused on modern diplomatic challenges.
Boston Consulting Group
Management ConsultantStrategy consulting for public and private sector clients across three continents.
Barclays Capital
Investment BankingFinancial analysis and strategic advisory.
My Education
My education gave me the opportunity to learn and think freely and I hope to contribute to others' learning.
Harvard University – John F. Kennedy School
Master in Public Policy
Academics:
- Concentration in International & Global Affairs
- Recipient, Weatherhead Canada Program
- Recipient, Harvard Ministerial Leadership Program
- Fellow, Kenneth I. Juster
Other Activities:
- Co-Chair, Harvard LGBTQ+ Leadership Conference
- Co-Chair, Harvard Diplomacy Club
- Co-Chair, Harvard Canadian Caucus
Queen's University
Bachelor of Commerce
Academics:
- Undergraduate thesis on research operations - multichannel distribution systems
- Recipient, Queen Elizabeth II Aiming for the Top
- Recipient, Scotiabank Leadership Award
Other Activities:
- University Councillor (2018-present)
- University Senator
- Co-Chair, Queen's Micro-Credit Challenge
Research & Articles
Diversity isn't a zero-sum game
Policy Options
Fostering Canada's rich diversity continues to be a national priority. Why trade-off mentality is dangerous.
Read Article →Twitter Diplomacy: Preventing Twitter Wars from Escalating into Real Wars
Harvard Belfer Center
Analyzing the impact of digital diplomacy on global stability and conflict escalation.
View Paper →The Seductive Ambiguity of Diversity and Inclusion
Smith School of Business
Why clear definitions and tangible goals are essential for true organizational change.
Read Article →Canada's diversity is key to a successful foreign policy
Ottawa Citizen
Leveraging our multicultural demographics to strengthen diplomatic ties and global influence.
Read Article →Preventing World War III in Space
Kennedy School Review
To ensure the safe use of space, policymakers and international governing bodies must act now to de-weaponize space.
View Paper →"Diversity and Inclusion" is Flawed
Harvard Kennedy School Review
It's time to try a new framing. Moving beyond buzzwords to structural equity.
Read Article →Report of the Secretary-General (2019)
United Nations
Contributing to the comprehensive report on the work of the Organization.
View Report →China's African Envoys Take Twitter Tips
SCMP
Examining the digital PR offensive of Chinese diplomats in Africa.
Read Article →Diversity
A society or organization made up of individuals with different identities, abilities, backgrounds, cultures, skills, perspectives, and experiences.
Inclusion
A sense of feeling included in society or in an organization because it is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming, and respectful, and values individuals' diversity.
Equity
A recognition that certain people and groups have different circumstances and reaching equal outcomes will not be achieved by treating everyone the same.
Research Example: D&I at Global Affairs Canada
About the Project
Global Affairs Canada is Canada's federal department for foreign affairs and international trade and represents Canadian values abroad. To help Global Affairs Canada enhance internal LGBTQ2+ and Indigenous inclusion, I led a consulting project to address:
- What is D&I and why does it matter for the client?
- What does LGBTQ2+ and Indigenous D&I look like at Global Affairs Canada?
- How can Global Affairs Canada enhance LGBTQ2+ and Indigenous D&I?
Note: This report and webpage reflect the views of the author and should not be viewed as representing the views of Global Affairs Canada, nor those of Harvard University. This project was for educational purposes only.
Download Full ReportThe Project in a Few Numbers
Including GAC employees, international experts, academic professors, and Canadian officials
From the 2019 Public Service Employee Survey, census data, and government reports
Actionable strategies to enhance LGBTQ2+ and Indigenous inclusion at GAC
Research & Analysis
A tailored approach to helping GAC enhance LGBTQ2+ and Indigenous D&I
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